Social Media in the Dental School Environment, Part A: Benefits, Challenges, and Recommendations for Use

Social media consist of powerful tools that impact not only communication but relationships among people, thus posing an inherent challenge to the traditional standards of who we are as dental educators and what we can expect of each other. This article examines how the world of social media has changed dental education. Its goal is to outline the complex issues that social media use presents for academic dental institutions and to examine these issues from personal, professional, and legal perspectives. After providing an update on social media, the article considers the advantages and risks associated with the use of social media at the interpersonal, professional, and institutional levels. Policies and legal issues of which academic dental institutions need to be aware from a compliance perspective are examined, along with considerations and resources needed to develop effective social media policies. The challenge facing dental educators is how to capitalize on the benefits that social media offer, while minimizing risks and complying with the various forms of legal constraint

Analisis pengaruh media massa, media sosial dan komunikasi interpersonal terhadap niat untuk menggunakan mobile banking yang di mediasi Persepsi manfaat pada nasabah bank Rakyat indonesia di surabaya

Mobile Banking is likely to be the main channel on the progress of information technology today. One is as a tool to facilitate customers to conduct banking transactions. The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of the mass media, social media and interpersonal communication on the intention to use mobile banking on BRI customers in Surabaya, to analyze the influence of the mass media, social media and interpersonal communication to the perception of the benefits of the BRI customers and analyze the impact of the perception of benefits to intention to use mobile banking on BRI customers in Surabaya. The samples used was 130. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. The analysis technique used is the regression technique. The results of this study indicates that the mass media, social media and interpersonal communication significantly influence the intention to use mobile banking, social media and communication intepersonal significant effect on the perception of the benefits while the mass media had no significant effect. Keywords : mass media, social media, interpersonal communication, perception benefits, the intention to use mobile banking

Can You Please Put Your Phone Away? Examining how the FOMO phenomenon and mobile phone addiction affect human relationships

This study attempts to identify how attachment to social media as well as attachment to other forms of communication technology can lead to addiction to mobile devices and affect non-virtual interpersonal communication. I examined the phenomenon known as the fear of missing out, or FOMO, which can be defined as apprehension that others might be having rewarding experiences from which one is absent. Experiencing FOMO can lead to overuse of and even addiction to social media, another category I examined, because addicted individuals want to stay more up-to-date with social networks and social media is the most efficient way to do so. This, by default, also connects to overuse of mobile devices due to ease of access with mobile social networking applications. This addiction is linked to loneliness and depression in and of itself, but the general overuse of mobile devices also has negative effects on interpersonal face-to-face communication, the final category that I researched. Numerous studies showed that the use or even mere presence of a mobile phone decreased interpersonal trust in conversation partners. Therefore it can be inferred that excessive social media use can lead to loss of non-virtual connections. Further research into the psychological impact of virtual communication addiction is needed to explore these incredibly new phenomena and help to prevent addiction and negative associations with new technologies.https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/uresposters/1146/thumbnail.jp

Analisis Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Sosial Terhadap Komuniksi Interpersonal Pada Siswa Kelas 6 Di SDN Leuwinanggung 2

Komunikasi interpersonal merupakan proses interaksi yang dilakukan oleh dua orang atau lebih yang saling bertukar informasi untuk memenuhi kebutuhan hidupnya. Seiring berkembangnya teknologi, media sosial menjadi salah satu wadah dalam melakukan komunikasi interpersonal. Adanya teknologi seperti sosial media dapat menghapus hambatan dalam melakukan komunikasi interpersonal tanpa batas jarak,waktu dan umur. Berkaitan dengan fenomena tersebut, Penelitian ini membahas mengenai pengaruh media sosial terhadap komunikasi interpersonal pada anak usia sekolah dasar. Tujuan pada penelitian ini untuk mengetahui profil penggunaan media sosial pada anak usia sekolah dasar, profil komunikasi interpersonal sebagai dampak positif dan negatif dari media sosial, serta hubungan media sosial dengan komunikasi interpersonal. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain penelitian deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu wawancara dan angket. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa profil penggunaan media sosial pada anak usia sekolah dasar dapat dilihat dari tiga aspek, yaitu aspek jumlah waktu, isi media dan hubungan media dengan individu. Kemudian ditemukannya pula adanya hubungan media sosial dengan komunikasi interpersonal. Penelitian ini diharapkan mampu memberikan pengetahuan serta meningkatkan kewaspadaan bagi guru dan orang tua dalam pengawasan penggunaan media sosial bagi anak usia sekolah dasar. ----- Interpersonal communication is an interaction process by two or more people exchanging information to meet their needs. As technology develops, social media has become a place for interpersonal communication. Technology such as social media, it can remove barriers to interpersonal communication without limits of distance, time and age. This study discusses the influence of social media on interpersonal communication in elementary school aged children. The purpose of this study was to determine the profile of the social media used in elementary school, the profile of interpersonal communication as a positive and negative impact of social media, and the relationship of social media with interpersonal communication. The method used in this research is a quanitative research approach with a desciptive design. Data collection techniques used in this study were interviews and questionnaires. The result of this study indicates that the profile of social media use at elementary school age can be seen from three aspects. That is an aspect of the amount of time, media content and media relations with individuals. There are positive and negative impacts of social media that affect interpersonal communication. Then it was also found that there was a relationship between social media and interpersonal communication. This research is expected to be able to provide knowledge and increase the awareness of teachers and parents in supervising the use of social media for elementary school

Wired to bond: The influence of computer-mediated communication on relationships

The purpose of this study was to examine young adults’ use of social media, qualities of their interpersonal relationships, and the intersection of the two. This primarily qualitative research study set out to investigate the qualities of relationships under the theoretical umbrellas of attachment, existentialism, and neuroscience. In particular, this grounded theory study examined how relationships might differ in on-line and face-to-face interactions, and answered the broad question, “What is the impact of increased engagement with others through computer-mediated communication, which involves less sharing of physical space and real time, on one’s perception of others and self?” The research design was a primarily qualitative study with an embedded quantitative survey. Participants were recruited from the undergraduate student body at James Madison University, a convenient and purposeful sample. The study was conducted in three phases, using multiple sources of documentation: focus groups, on-line questionnaires, and individual interviews. The qualitative data analysis resulted in a rich, descriptive theory regarding computer-mediated communication use among young adults and its impact on the development and maintenance of meaningful relationships. Out of the data emerged eight themes: Expressed Preference for Face-to-Face Social Interactions, Tacit Preference for On-line Social Interactions, Qualities of Intimacy, Expressed Motivations for Social Media Use, Unwritten Rules Guiding Social Media Use, Tacit Motivations for Social Media Use, Self Perceptions, and Awareness of Others

The Nature, Function, and Value of Emojis as Contemporary Tools of Digital Interpersonal Communication

The roles and characteristics of emojis are rapidly expanding within computer-mediated communication spaces, forcing many to acknowledge their seemingly inescapable social influence as tools of digital written communication. These colorful, contemporary icons—which became widely available through a range of global, technical platforms in 2011—convey interpersonal emotional expressions in a much more sophisticated manner than their charming appearance initially indicates. Communicators can learn a great deal about the processes of interpretation that are contributing to the continued and expanding use of emojis. An emoji’s perceived meaning can paradoxically be clear in one instance and ambiguous in another when utilized by individuals as compositional aids in computer-mediated communication spaces. An individual’s ability to make meaning from visual artifacts like emojis is constructed from various intersections of previous experiences, contextual relevance, and discursive rules of language. In addition, societal operations of communication and previous exposure to similar media forms also impact one’s ability to successfully decode various communicative exchanges involving emojis. Using primary research and an emoji survey, this paper further explores the signs, symbolism, and intersections of meaning where signs may differ depending on contextual clues offered by the sender and rules of language and societal discourse, offering another integral point of reference regarding sites of emoji significance. In addition, this paper discusses the value of emojis within computer-mediated communication (CMC) spaces and suggests additional ways emojis reciprocate prior media forms and enhance personal technical communication practices. The value of emojis within non-interpersonal CMC (e.g. advertising practices) is also evaluated; and data is provided related to interpersonal communication shifts that can be expected in the future or that have already occurred since the invention and widespread use of emojis

The Impact of Social Media on Social Cohesion in South Africa

Social cohesion is an important policy issue with social, political and economic consequences in South Africa. Given the country’s diverse population comprised of different races, ethnicities and migrants from around the world, its history of violence and the persistent incidences of xenophobia, social cohesion has become a prominent issue. The study foregoes discussing the challenges of achieving social cohesion to examine the nexus between social media and social cohesion promotion. Since lockdown was introduced in March 2020, social media has become a means for daily communication, bridging racial, ethnic, class and geographical boundaries. Against this background, this study explored the impact of social media on social cohesion in South Africa? The main objective was to examine the role played by social media in fostering social cohesion. A systematic review of relevant academic literature and research reports on social media and social cohesion was adopted in gathering data. By examining the social media social cohesion nexus, an illustration of social media as an essential determinant of social cohesion can be delineated. Teasing out these aspects is vital in enriching the current literature on understanding social cohesion. The study found that social media has become an essential platform for nation-building, potentially bridging racial, ethnic, cultural, and geographical gaps in South African society. However, due to the threats of misinformation and insensitive use, social media can hamstring social cohesion and cause instability. The study recommends that social media be used appropriately and sensitively in strengthening interpersonal relationships that transcend race, culture, ethnicity, nationality, and religion

Gaming is bad for society?: Online gaming, social skills, and civic and political perceptions among adolescents

The goal of this research is to establish the relationship between online game use and interpersonal skills and political awareness among adolescents. Previous studies have found that the political awareness is often shaped and transformed by media consumption. As online gaming is one of the most appealing media to young people, it is expected that online game has a significant impact on their political awareness. However, few studies have questioned the relationship between online game use and political awareness. According to the uses and gratification perspective, some users have motivations to interact with other players, which can lead to interpersonal relationships. This study expects that online game use for relationship building will be positively related to interpersonal skills. Also, researchers have found that massively multi-player online games are so competitive that the online game can lead to players\u27 aggressive attitude in life communication, and thereby genre/type of games will be related to interpersonal skills. In addition, social capital often accompanies those with strong interpersonal skills, which can provide more opportunities to exchange ideas and engage in reflexive conversations about public affairs and political behaviors. Therefore, this study expects high interpersonal skills will be positively related to political awareness. The total number of respondents was 900. This study conducted hierarchical regression analyses to establish the relationships between motivation of online game, the types of online games, interpersonal skills and political awareness. The results suggest that online game players with a motive for relationship building are more likely to have high interpersonal skills. In addition, individuals who play competitive games (e.g. role playing, shooting, and etc) are less likely to have high interpersonal skills, compared to non-competitive game players (e.g. puzzle, board, and etc). Also, adolescents with high interpersonal skills are more likely to have high awareness of political behaviors. Thus, the findings of the study support the hypotheses

THE IMPACT OF MODERN INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES ON SOCIAL MOVEMENTS

Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have empowered non-state social actors, notably, social movements. They were quick to seize ICTs in the past (printing presses, television, fax machines), which was a major factor in their successes. Mass email campaigns, blogs, their audio- and video- variants (the podcasts and the videocasts), social networks like Facebook and MySpace, and other tools, such as Twitter, are increasingly popular among the movements and their activists. The extremely rapid diffusion of new technologies has raised a lot of questions about their impact on many areas of life from macroeconomic consequences to interpersonal relations, including much comment on their impact on social movements. Social historians are even rethinking the whole history of media. However, up to this point, we have no broad view of how social movement organizations are making use of the media. What types of movements are making use of new media? In what way are they using them and for what purposes? Are they more common in younger organizations, or in organizations that operate on larger geographic scales? Does their use lead to a sense of democratic empowerment? To answer these questions, this study analyzes an internet-based survey of four populations of social movement organizations ranging from the local to the international in geographic scope (four specific populations analyzed are: Pittsburgh (USA), Poland, the international movements, and the movements with high visibility online). This dissertation explores the use (and the non-use) of ICTs in the first broad survey on their use by modern social movements. It provides a broad overview of the movement's demographics (location, range, goal) and their membership (size, activity). It details the diffusion and use of over twenty ICTs, analyzing the success stories of email, static websites, phones and social networking, as well as the relatively poor performance of blogs, podcasts and faxes. Primary research questions revolve around the blurring boundaries between members and non-members (unofficial supporters and volunteers), the use of new media (by whom and for what), and the consequences of those trends (such as opposition to professionalization, or the empowerment of activists)

Cultivating Connections in 140 Characters: A Case Study of Twitter Relationship Building

Social media use is ubiquitous in the United States. Not surprisingly, an academic debate has emerged about whether or not computer-mediated communication facilitates or hurts interpersonal relationships. This exploratory case study adds to the conversation by assessing how Twitter users in the Wichita, Kansas community view the impact of Twitter on their social lives, specifically, communication and relationships. Using a grounded theory approach and inductive thematic analysis, this paper analyzed data from a two- phase study involving key informant interviews (N=15) and six focus groups (N = 32). Three themes emerged: Twitter and professional relationships; Twitter and personal relationships, and Twitter and community. Analysis indicated that Twitter is a robust tool used to build and maintain interpersonal and community relationships that range from shallow and impersonal to deep and meaningful, depending on the desires of users, all in 140 characters or less